Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Buko Cup raises 53,500 euros for road safety
The BUKO Cup tournament held at the BUKO Stadium in Velsen-Zuid raised 53,500 euros for road safety on Thursday. The proceeds from the event will be donated to charity to support traffic safety initia...
New train between Amsterdam and Paris, journey via Ghent takes seven hours
A new train connection between Amsterdam and Paris has been launched, offering a journey time of approximately seven hours. The service travels via Ghent rather than Brussels and includes stops at nin...
Geesterduin residents speak out against building plans: ‘It will be just like Amsterdam’s Zuidas’
Residents in Castricum expressed significant opposition to the Geesterduin 2.0 development, which consists of a new shopping center and 215 housing units. During a packed council meeting, critics comp...
Thugs in Zandvoort are pathetic losers
Authorities in Zandvoort have introduced preventive searches following a week of vandalism and public disturbances caused by troublemakers. Residents have expressed support for the increased police pr...
Stop and search should also be allowed on IJmuiden beach
A weekly poll is asking for public feedback on whether preventive police searches should be allowed on the beach in IJmuiden. The article invites readers to share their views on this security proposal...
Day one of the COVID inquiry: No ‘tribunal’ but several notable moments and insights
The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic response began with testimony from virologist Marion Koopmans and former minister Bruno Bruins. The commission is examining whether expert ad...
From competitors to colleagues: Myron and Ferron open their own Barberclub
Myron Sprengers and Ferron van Weerdenburg are set to open their new barbershop, Barberclub, on June 1st in IJmuiden. After spending a month and a half renovating a property on Ampèrestraat, the form...
Defend Loosdrecht holds farewell march for mayor. 'The line is drawn at threats, incitement and calls for violence,' responds Mark Verheijen
The protest group Defend Loosdrecht is organizing a farewell march for acting mayor Mark Verheijen of Wijdemeren to voice their opposition to emergency asylum seeker housing. The group declared the ma...
Akersloot finally gets a bakery again: 'This was my father's last wish'
The village of Akersloot will welcome a new bakery this Saturday, ending a two-year period without a local baker. The previous family-run establishment closed following the sudden death of its owner, ...
Second-hand bookstore in Kinkerbuurt faces closure due to steep rent hike
The second-hand bookstore Sterre der Zee in Amsterdam's Kinkerbuurt faces closure after the death of its owner and a proposed tripling of the rent by the landlord, Stadgenoot. A group of volunteers is...
Fire in thatched-roof home in Aalsmeer, possible lightning strike
A fire broke out in the thatched roof of a 19th-century former farmhouse in Aalsmeer on Tuesday afternoon, likely caused by a lightning strike. Firefighters are using aerial platforms to battle the bl...
Olav Mol and Jack Plooij to preview Formula 1 for KIJK
Olav Mol and Jack Plooij are returning to television to provide Formula 1 race previews for Talpa's platform KIJK. The duo's return was announced by Talpa on Friday, marking their comeback to F1 broad...
'Replica' of Golden Coach drives through the Jordaan: "Nice that there's a dachshund on it"
Artist Riny Assink paraded his hand-built replica of the Golden Coach through Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood to honor the area's historical connection to the original royal carriage. The replica, wh...
New homes from old buildings: alternative financing gains ground
Converting vacant buildings into housing offers a fast solution to the housing shortage, but developers often struggle to secure traditional financing. This challenge has led to the rise of alternativ...
Run, coffee, croissant and DJ set. Beverwijk bakery hosts social run. 'We hope to become very big through this'
La petite boulangerie in Beverwijk is launching a social run event that combines a group jog with coffee, croissants, and a DJ set. Inspired by popular trends in larger cities, the bakery aims to grow...
Code orange in the east due to severe thunderstorms
The KNMI has issued a code orange warning for the eastern Netherlands due to the local risk of severe thunderstorms. These storms are expected to bring large hail, heavy wind gusts, and significant ra...
Water board tax to double by 2050: Can the bill be shared more fairly?
Water board taxes in the Netherlands are projected to double by 2050 due to rising operational costs. This increase has sparked discussions on whether the tax burden can be redistributed more equitabl...
Why the House is finally turning against Lidewij de Vos
The Dutch House of Representatives has experienced intense debates and rising tensions as members revolt against Lidewij de Vos. These political developments in The Hague occurred during a week of hig...
Máxima completes first part of military training: 'An example to many'
Queen Máxima has completed the first phase of her military training as a reservist for the Dutch Ministry of Defence. She received her beret during a ceremony in Breda on Friday afternoon, where the ...
Cabinet 'impressed' by citizens' climate advice, but sets half aside
The Dutch cabinet has responded to recommendations from the Climate Citizens' Assembly, adopting dozens of suggestions while rejecting about half of the proposals. Key rejected measures include a CO2 ...
Cooling off in Amsterdam: where to swim in hot weather
As summer temperatures rise, Amsterdam offers various locations for residents and visitors to cool off by swimming. The city features several outdoor pools and official swimming spots designated for p...
Number of tourist overnight stays rises again to 23.7 million
Amsterdam recorded a new high of 23.7 million tourist overnight stays in 2025, surpassing the city's self-imposed cap of 20 million. Although the growth rate is slowing, the municipality anticipates n...
Number of tourist overnight stays increases again to 23.7 million
Tourist overnight stays in Amsterdam reached a record 23.7 million in 2025, exceeding the city's self-imposed limit of 20 million. Residents have initiated a lawsuit against the municipality for faili...
Leontine Ruiters resumes work after car accident
Dutch personality Leontine Ruiters has returned to work following a car accident on Ibiza involving her and her daughter Jada. Despite suffering bruised ribs and several bruises, Ruiters is continuing...
Central Station renovation in full swing: second worn-out railway bridge replaced
ProRail has successfully installed the second of five replacement railway bridges at Amsterdam Central Station, marking a key milestone in the station's large-scale renovation. The original structures...
Stacks of Donald Ducks or books on Golden Earring and Heemskerk: PKN book sale proceeds for Reigershoeve residents. 'A nice little gift for your granddaughter'
The Protestant Church in Heemskerk is hosting a book market in the local Dorpskerk to raise funds for the Reigershoeve care facility. Visitors can purchase a variety of items, including comics and bio...
Singer Kehlani coming to Ziggo Dome in December
American singer Kehlani is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on December 6. The concert announcement was made by promoter MOJO on Friday as part of the singer's visit to the Netherla...
More female status holders must find work: special approach in municipalities
The Dutch cabinet is launching a targeted initiative in ten municipalities to help female status holders find employment more quickly. This approach aims to improve labor market participation among wo...
Two men arrested after attack in Goethartstraat Zaandam, police seek witnesses
Police arrested two men from Zaanstad following a violent attack on a person in Goethartstraat, Zaandam, on Thursday night. The incident occurred around 11:30 PM, and authorities are currently seeking...
Four witnesses questioned over violence after Telstar-FC Den Bosch match: ‘I am being portrayed as an organized hooligan in the police investigation’
An investigative judge in Haarlem will hear four additional witnesses regarding mass violence that followed a football match between Telstar and FC Den Bosch last year. The decision comes during the t...